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A negatively charged rod is placed near two neutral metal spheres, as shown below.



Which statement describes the charging method shown?

The spheres are charged through friction.
The spheres develop the same charge.
Electrons move from the rod to Sphere A.
Electrons move from Sphere A to Sphere B.

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Electrons move from Sphere A to Sphere B.

Explanation: The negatively charged rod induces polarization in the touching neutral spheres, repelling electrons away from the rod toward the farther sphere (B). This is charging by induction (redistribution), not by friction or by electrons coming from the rod.